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For a range of more unusual of the scale, although Goyard Peto creates a wonderful range
jewellery and accessories, try comes close. Mid-range bags of men’s straw hats, fedoras
the Swarovski Boutique. Also from the Italian brand Furla are and trilbies in fabrics such as
of note is Marie-Hélène de a great compromise, as are the velour and fur. Around since
Taillac, whose superbly elegant French-made bags from Cerise 1875, Grevi makes beautiful
creations have a contemporary and Louis. Fabric bags from hats for women and children.
edge and are much coveted Jamin Puech, Vanessa Bruno
by fashionistas. or Hervé Chapelier feature in Lingerie and Swimwear
At a more affordable level, every chic Parisian’s closet. Lili
Delphine Pariente makes Cabas designs chic leather bags For a delightful selection of
delicate gold- and silver-plated in a range of styles at prices that beautiful, modern lingerie,
jewellery and recycles vintage won’t break the bank; the store go to Fifi Chachnil. La Boîte
pieces; while Monsieur – in the 10th arrondissement also à Bas sells fine French stockings,
actually a woman, Nadia Azoug – stocks accessories by other Princesse Tam Tam offers
creates fine handmade French designers, such as Ma trendy quality items at
jewellery, each piece unique, Poésie wool scarves and Anne reasonable prices, and divine
in her Marais atelier-boutique. Thomas jewellery. For a great designer underwear can be
Over on the Canal St-Martin, range of shoes, accessories found at cult store Sabbia Rosa.
Médecine Douce’s delicate gold and bags at reasonable prices, The ultimate in magnificent
bracelets and necklaces have an Lollipops boutiques can be Parisian lingerie can be bought
understated elegance, while found across Paris. off the peg or made to order
Viveka Bergström favours bold at Cadolle, the store that
and striking designs made from invented the bra. Aubade,
raw materials such as glass. Hats known for its sophisticated
Also worth a visit is Paulie and One of Paris’s favourite milliners and sensual lingerie, is a
Me, which describes itself as an is Marie Mercié, known for her trusted brand among French
“incubation store” for young glamorous and quirky straw, women. Erès is the place to
designers; as well as innovative fur and felt hats, while Anthony shop for elegant swimwear.
jewellery, you’ll find one-off
accessories and fashion for Size Chart
both men and women.
For Australian sizes, follow the British and American conversions.
Children’s clothing
Shoes, Bags and Belts French 2–3 4–5 6–7 8–9 10–11 12 14 14+ (years)
Fair Trade trainers (made from British 2–3 4–5 6–7 8–9 10–11 12 14 14+ (years)
organic cotton and natural American 2–3 4–5 6–6x 7–8 10–11 12 14 16 (size)
Amazonian rubber) by Veja can Children’s shoes
be found in Le Bon Marché. French 24 25½ 27 28 29 30 32 33 34
Go to Repetto for cult pumps in British 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2
a host of colours, or to Sidonie American 7½ 8½ 9½ 10½ 11½ 12½ 13½ 1½ 2½
Larizzi, who will make up shoes Women’s dresses, coats and skirts
from one of numerous leather French 34 36 38 40 42 44 46
swatches. Current favourites British 6 8 4 10 12 14 16 18
10
2
6
8
12
14
American
with the fashion set include
Jérôme Dreyfuss and Robert Women’s blouses and sweaters
Clergerie. Christian Louboutin French 81 84 87 90 93 96 99 (cms)
31
British
40 42 (inches)
34
36
38
32
and Rodolphe Ménudier are American 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 (size)
mainstays for sexy stilettos.
Carel stocks smart basics, Women’s shoes
Cosmo Paris and Vivaldi sell French 36 37 38 39 40 41 8
British
3
6
4
5
7
trendy models, and Jonak American 5 6 7 8 9 10
is a must for good imitations
of designer footwear. Bowen Men’s suits
has a selection of traditional French 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58
40
38
44
46
48
British
36
34
42
men’s shoes, and Berluti is American 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48
the last word in elegance
for many Parisian men. Men’s shirts 36 38 39 41 42 43 44 45
French
Beautifully made leather British 14 15 15½ 16 16½ 17 17½ 18
goods can be found at Gucci, American 14 15 15½ 16 16½ 17 17½ 18
Longchamp and Hermès, who Men’s shoes
still make bespoke items in their French 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46
Paris workshops. For handbags, British 6 7 7½ 8 9 10 11 12
nothing beats Chanel or American 7 7½ 8 8½ 9½ 10½ 11 11½
Christian Dior at the top end
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